Simplicity COMPRESSOR, TOWABLE, 185 CFM User manual

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Copyright © 2018 Allmand Bros., Inc.
Holdrege, NE, USA. All rights reserved.
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Revision D
Operator’s Manual
Maxi-Air Towable Compressor
MA185 (185 CFM)
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Thank you for purchasing this quality-built Allmand towable compressor. We are pleased that you’ve placed your
confidence in the Allmand brand. When operated and maintained according to the instructions in this manual, your
Allmand compressor will provide many years of dependable service.
This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with towable
compressors and how to avoid them. Because Allmand does not necessarily know all the applications this towable
compressor could be used for, it is important that you read and understand these instructions thoroughly before
attempting to start or operate this equipment. Save these original instructions for future reference.
Where to Find Us
If you have any questions about the machine, contact your authorized dealer. You can also contact Allmand
Customer Service by phone at (800) 562-1373, or on the Internet at allmand.com.
Knowing the model number of your Allmand Air Compressor will make it easy to order maintenance or repair parts
either online or from your local dealer. The model number is generally a number stamped into metal or on a sticker
directly on your product.
Towable Compressor Engine
Model Number _____________________ Model Number ______________________
Revision __________________________ Type Number _______________________
Serial Number ______________________ Code Number _______________________
Date Purchased ___________________
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Table of Contents
Operator Safety....................... 4
Features and Controls ................. 9
Transporting and Set-Up .............. 12
Operation........................... 13
Maintenance ........................ 23
Storage ............................ 31
Troubleshooting ..................... 32
Specifications ....................... 36
Wiring Diagram ...................... 39
Piping Diagram ...................... 40
Operation Log ....................... 42
Noise Emission ...................... 44
Addendum A - Tire Safety Information ... 48
Addendum B - Unit Options............ 59
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Operator Safety
Equipment Description
Read this manual carefully and become
familiar with your towable compressor.
Know its applications, its limitations, and
any hazards involved.
Every effort has been made to ensure that information
in this manual is accurate and current. Figures and
drawings in this manual may differ slightly from your
model. However, we reserve the right to change, alter,
or otherwise improve the product and this document at
any time without prior notice.
Safety and Control Symbols
The safety alert symbol indicates a potential
personal injury hazard. A safety symbol may be used to
represent the type of hazard. DANGER indicates a
hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury. WARNING indicates a hazard which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE
indicates information considered important, but not hazard-
related.
WARNING Read and follow safety
directions:
Be sure safety decals are present and legible.
Replace if damaged or missing.
Do not modify machine without prior approval.
Machine safety may be compromised, functions may
be altered, or machine life may be shortened.
Never use machine for purpose of compression of
gases other than air, or as a vacuum pump. Death or
serious injury could result.
DANGER! Compressed air is not to be
used for human respiration.
Compressed air from this machine contains
poisonous materials. Never use compressed air for
human respiration. Breathing compressed air could
result in death or serious injury.
This machine is not designed to provide air for
working inside wells or tunnels. Doing so could result
in death or serious injury.
WARNING VENTILATION!
Exhaust gas from the engine is poisonous, and could
cause death when inhaled.
Avoid using the machine in an insufficiently
ventilated building or tunnel.
WARNING
Keep flames away from battery.
Battery may generate hydrogen gas, which is
explosive.
Battery electrolyte is dilute sulfuric acid. Mishandling
could result in severe burns.
When handling battery, be sure to wear appropriate
safety protection such as safety goggles and gloves.
Dispose of battery according to local, state and/or
federal regulations.
WARNING Hose attachment and removal
precautions:
Piping or hose connected to compressor service
valve must meet or exceed rated discharge
pressure. Failure to observe and comply could result
in death or serious injury.
Connect piping or hose to machine service valve
securely before operation. Failure to do so could
result in death or serious injury.
Removing piping or hose prior to closing service
valve or discharging pressure could result in death
or serious injury. Stop machine, close service valve,
and discharge remaining pressure before removing
piping or hose.
Use proper tools when connecting or disconnecting
piping or hose.
Fire
Explosion
Toxic Fumes
Hot Surface
Rotating
Parts
Organic Waste
Protective
Gear Explosive
Pressure
Operator’s Manual
Battery
Clothing Prohibited
Amputation
Hazard
Alert
Safety
Fittings
Hand Injury
Propelling
Parts
Lighting
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WARNING When operating machine, do
not wear:
Loose clothes
Clothes with unbuttoned sleeves
Hanging tie or scarf
Accessories such as dangling jewelry
Such items could be caught in rotating parts of
machine, and could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Do not operate machine when
tired or under influence of drugs or alcohol. Careless
operation could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Wear appropriate personal
protective equipment (PPE), such as a helmet, safety
glasses, earplugs, safety shoes, gloves, and a dust
mask.
WARNING Have first-aid boxes and fire
extinguishers near machine in case of emergency
such as injury and fires. It is also advisable to have a
list of phone numbers of doctors, ambulance and fire
department available in case of emergency.
WARNING To prevent injury, tools, cables,
hoods, covers and other unnecessary items should be
cleaned and removed from machine before operation.
WARNING Do not open oil filler cap of
separator receiver tank during or immediately after
operation. Explosive pressure could cause death or
serious injury.
WARNING Do not open fluid drain valves
or plugs during operation. this includes:
Separator receiver tank drain valve
Coolant drain valve and plug
Engine oil drain valve
Oil cooler drain valve
Fuel tank drain valve and plug
WARNING Never direct
compressed air at people, pets or foods:
Never blow compressed air directly at people. Dirt,
dust, oil or foreign objects in compressed air could
cause serious injury to eyes and skin.
Do not blow compressed air on food.
WARNING Contact with rotating parts
or belts could cause death or serious injury. Keep
hands from rotating parts and belts while machine is in
operation.
WARNING Do not open radiator cap
during or immediately after operation. Explosive
pressure of hot liquid could cause severe burns,
resulting in death or serious injury.
WARNING Operation with
compressed air supply port opened is prohibited:
Do not operate machine with service valves and/
or relief valve open, unless piping and/or hose is
connected. Uncontrolled pressurized air could cause
death or serious injury.
If machine must be temporarily operated with port
open, be sure to mount a silencer to reduce noise,
and wear personal protective equipment such as
earplugs to protect hearing.
WARNING Do not touch hot parts.
Never work nearby hot portions of the machine while
it is running.
• Parts such as engine, exhaust manifold, exhaust
pipe, muffler, radiator, oil cooler, air-end, pipe,
separator receiver tank, and discharging pipe are
especially hot. Never touch these parts, as it could
result in serious burns.
• Compressor oil, coolant water, and engine oil are also
very hot and dangerous to touch. Do not check or
add while machine is running.
WARNING Fire prevention.
• Fuel and oils are extremely flammable. Do not
bring lit cigarettes or matches near machine when
checking or adding fuel and oils.
• Adding fuel and oils should be done outdoors or in a
well-ventilated location.
• Refuel after stopping engine, and never leave
fuel near machine. Do not spill. If spilled, wipe up
completely.
• Do not fill fuel oil up to cap level. Fuel oil will overflow
due to volume expansion caused by rise of ambient
temperature. Fuel can also spill during machine
movement or transporting.
• Parts such as muffler and exhaust pipe can be
extremely hot. Remove twigs, dried leaves, dried
grass, waste paper, etc. from around muffler and
exhaust pipe.
• Keep a fire extinguisher available by machine in case
of fire.
WARNING Hang a “Now Checking and under
Maintenance” tag:
Remove starter key from starter switch before
starting inspection, and hang up a “Now Checking
and under Maintenance” tag where it can be easily
seen. Inspector must keep key during checking and
maintenance.
Remove black negative (–) cable from battery.
• Neglecting above procedure could result in death or
serious injury.
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WARNING When refilling separator
receiver tank with compressor oil, stop engine, and make
sure pressure gauge indicates 0 MPa, then gradually
loosen oil filler cap. Residual pressure in separator
receiver tank could cause extremely hot compressed air
and oil to jet out, resulting in death or serious injury.
WARNING Be careful of high-pressurized
blowout.
After stopping engine, make sure pressure gauge
indicates 0 MPa. Even when the gauge shows 0 MPa,
open service valve to make sure there is no residual
pressure in air piping.
• Residual air under pressure could result in serious
injury.
WARNING Draining separator
receiver tank.
After stopping engine, confirm pressure gauge indicates
0 MPa and there is no residual pressure, then gradually
open drain valve to drain compressor oil.
• Residual pressure in separator receiver tank could
cause extremely hot compressed air and oil to jet out,
resulting in death or serious injury.
WARNING Adjusting belt tension:
• Attempting to adjust belt tension with machine
running could result in death or serious injury.
Stop engine, remove starter key, and remove black
negative (-) cable from battery before adjusting belt
tension.
WARNING Hands off cooling fan:
• Contact with cooling fan while machine is running
could result in death or serious injury.
Stop engine and remove starter key whenever
maintenance is to be performed near cooling fan.
WARNING Wear safety glasses when
cleaning dust accumulated in such devices as air-filter by
blowing compressed air.
WARNING Lighting apparatus:
• If work site is dark, use lighting to illuminate work
area. Working without illumination could result in
death or serious injury.
• Work lighting should be fitted with safety guard to
protect against breakage.
• Do not allow work light to contact fuel or oils, as they
could ignite, causing death or serious injury.
WARNING Opening coolant water drain valve
cap:
Stop engine and let coolant water sufficiently cool
down before draining.
• If drain valve is opened before coolant water is
cooled enough, hot water could jet out, resulting in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION Refilling or draining engine oil:
• Engine oil is extremely hot during and just after
operation.
Stop engine and wait 10 to 20 minutes before
checking, adding or draining engine oil.
CAUTION Be sure to perform periodic
check of compressor oil and oil separator. Neglecting
checks could cause overheating oil, resulting in a fire.
CAUTION Treatment of organic wastes.
Waste liquid from machine contains harmful material.
Do not discharge onto ground or into rivers, lakes or
sea. Such material will contaminate the environment.
Be sure to use an approved container to hold waste
liquid from machine.
Be sure to follow local, state or federal regulations
when disposing of oil, fuel, coolant (antifreeze), filter,
battery or other harmful materials.
NOTICE Parts of this machine contain sensitive
electronic components. If welding work is required,
disconnect any electronic equipment on the machine
to prevent damage due to excessive current.
WARNING
Breathing diesel engine exhaust exposes you to
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Always start and operate the engine in a well-
ventilated area.
If in an enclosed area, vent the exhaust to the
outside.
Do not modify or tamper with the exhaust system.
Do not idle the engine except as necessary.
For more information go to www.P65warnings.ca.gov/
diesel.
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling.
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Safety Decals and Locations
The following safety decals are attached to the machine. Keep them clean at all times. If they are damaged or
missing, contact your authorized dealer for replacements. Part numbers are indicated on the lower right corner of the
label. Adhere a new one to the original location.
WARNING
Beware of Exhaust Gases
When operating the machine
INDOORS or in a TUNNEL,
provide good ventilation. Poor
ventilation can cause
fatal accidents.
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DANGER
Do Not Breath Compressed Air
Do not use compressed air for
breathing air because it can cause
fatal accidents.
Never breathe it.
800xxx
DANGER
Beware of Residual Pressure
Release residual pressure
inside pipings and hoses and
then disconnect them.
Disconnection with residual
pressure still left can
cause serious injury.
800xxx
CAUTION
Prevent Burning Accident
Do not open radiator cap
while it is still hot.
800xxx
CAUTION
Prevent Burning Accident
When work is required
near hot parts, wait for
the parts to cool down
fully before starting work.
800xxx
WARNING
Beware of High Pressure Air Blow Out
Oil supply and/or maintenance
jobs with residual pressure left
in tank are very dangerous,
so lease the residual pressure
first.
800xxx
CAUTION
Prevent Furning Accident
Periodically check compressor oil
and oil separator surely.
Failure of this fire accident.
800xxx
WARNING
Beware of Entanglement
Keep hands AWAY from
fan during operation.
Entanglement in the fan
can cause serious injury.
800xxx
WARNING
Beware of Entanglement
Keep hands AWAY from
moving parts such as
v-belts, pulleys, etc.
Entanglement can cause
serious injury.
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CAUTION
TOW MACHINE LEVEL TO
ELIMINATE POSSIBLE
STRESS OF COMPRESSOR
FRAME STRUCTURE
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Features and Controls
Read this Operator’s Manual and safety rules before operating your towable compressor.
Compare the illustrations with your towable compressor, to familiarize yourself with the locations of various
controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
A - Pressure Control Valve — Keeps receiver tank
pressure higher than 56 PSI (4 BAR) in tank.
B - Oil Separator — Separates oil mist mixed in
compressed air.
C - Pressure Regulator — Regulates intake air
volume.
D - Compressor Air Filter — Filters compressor air.
E - Fuel Tank — Stores diesel fuel oil.
F - Fuel -pre-filter — Filters impurities in fuel oil and
separates water from fuel.
G - Engine Air Filter — Filters engine air.
H - Engine Oil Filler Port — Location for adding
engine oil to engine.
I - Fuel Filter Filters impurities from fuel.
J - Air bleeding electromagnetic pump Filters
impurities from fuel.
K - Bypass Valve — Maintains compressor oil
temperature
L - Oil Cooler — Cools compressor oil circulating in
system
M - Oil Cooler Drain Valve — Drains compressor oil
from oil cooler and oil lines
N - Engine Oil Drain Valve — Drains engine oil.
O - Engine Oil Filter Filters engine oil.
P - Engine Oil Level Gauge — Indicates engine oil
level.
Q - Compressor Oil Level Gauge — Indicates
compressor oil level.
R - Fuel Tank Drain Valve — Drains condensate
accumulated in fuel tank.
S - Separator Receiver Tank Drain Valve — Drains
condensate from separator-receiver tank.
T - Compressor Oil Filler Port — Location for adding
compressor oil.
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A B C D E F G H
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A - Radiator — Cools engine.
B - Reserve Tank — Collects engine coolant
overflow.
C - Engine — Powers compressor.
D - Lifting Bail — For lifting unit.
E - Solenoid Valve — Reduces load at start-up.
F - Compressor Oil Filter — Filters impurities from
compressor oil.
G - Separator receiver tank — Filters impurities in
fuel oil and separates water from fuel.
H - Safety Valve — Releases compressed air to
atmosphere when rated pressure is exceeded.
I - Compressor air-end — Compresses air.
J - Battery Supplies power to start engine.
K - Radiator Drain Valve — Drains engine coolant.
L - DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) — Removes
harmful components contained in exhaust gas.
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Instrument Panel
Each display of the operation panel is illustrated as follows.
Read and fully understand the explanations and be sure to operate safely.
A - Monitor Change / Error Code Switch — When
this switch is pushed while lamp is blinking,
it displays error code. When starter switch is
turned to STOP, display screen resets. See
Troubleshooting for details of the blinking state
warning and the illumination state (trouble) of failure
codes.
B - Auto Idle Switch — The switch is used for
minimizing fuel consumption at no-load operation.
It functions when the lamp goes on.
C - Digital Monitor — When power is supplied,
revolution speed (lamp lighting) is indicated.
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Transporting and Set-Up
Read entire Operator’s Manual before you
attempt to setup, transport, or operate your
new towable compressor.
Your towable compressor is ready for use after it has
been properly setup with the recommended oil and fuel.
If you have any problems with the setup of your towable
compressor, contact your authorized dealer
Setup Compressor
WARNING
• Exhaust gas from the engine is poisonous, and could
cause death when inhaled.
• Avoid using the machine in an insufficiently ventilated
building or tunnel.
• Do not position the exhaust gas outlet in the direction
of a person or house.
The machine should be operated in the following
conditons:
Ambient temperature 5°F to 104°F.
Humidity less than 80%.
At altitudes lower than 4,291 ft. above sea level.
Set up the machine in a place with good
ventilation, lower temperature, and with
surroundings as dry as possible.
If more than two machines are placed parallel in
operation, keep enough distance so that exhaust
air from one machine does not affect the other.
Set up the unit in an area where fresh air is
always available.
Keep enough space around the unit for inspection
and maintenance access.
WARNING The machine must be parked
horizontally on a level surface. If the machine must be
parked on a slope, place it across the grade to prevent
rolling. Do not park on a slope exceeding 15°. Be sure
to place wheel chocks (A) against the front and back
of each wheel.
Transporting
WARNING When loading and unloading the
unit, be sure to use the lifting bail (B) located at the top
center of the unit.
Never get under the unit when lifted.
Never lift the unit while in operation.
If the unit is transferred by truck, fasten it by ropes
at the front eye and rear stand. Also be sure ot
place a set of chocks against the front and rear of
each wheel.
Lifting the Compressor
Before lifting the unit, make sure to check the lifting
bail for any cracks, loose bolts, etc.
1. Connect the hook (C) of the crane or shackle with
the lifting bail (B) eye fitted at the top center of the
unit. Ensure there is no person standing around
the unit. Then perform hoisting operation.
2. Select a truck or crane with capacity sufficient
for the weight and size of the unit. See
Specifications.
Towing the Compressor
WARNING Before towing the machine, make
sure to check and confirm the following points. Failure
to follow the instructions below, could result in serious
injury or death.
Proper tire air pressure.
Tire lug nuts are not loose.
Tires are not worn or damaged. See Addendum
A - Tire Safety Information.
Ensure that the end of the drawbar is securely
connected to the coupler of the towing vehicle.
Ensure there is no damage to the towing vehicle
and the drawbar of the machine.
Be sure to keep hands and fingers away from
any part of the coupling device when coupling or
uncoupling a drawing device to a draw bar.
Be sure the height of the hitch is adjusted so
that the trailer is level while connected to the tow
vehicle.
Make sure to drive the towing vehicle safely.
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Operation
If you have any problems operating your towable
compressor, please contact your authorized dealer.
WARNING POISONOUS GAS HAZARD.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a
poisonous gas that could kill you in minutes. You
CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste it. Even if you do not
smell exhaust fumes, you could still be exposed to
carbon monoxide gas.
• Operate this product ONLY outside far away from
windows, doors and vents to reduce the risk of
carbon monoxide gas from accumulating and
potentially being drawn towards occupied spaces.
• Install battery-operated carbon monoxide alarms or
plug-in carbon monoxide alarms with battery back-up
according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Smoke
alarms cannot detect carbon monoxide gas.
Avoid using the machine in insufficiently ventilated
buildings, garages or tunnels, even if using fans for
ventilation. Carbon monoxide can quickly build up in
these spaces and can linger for hours, even after this
product has shut off.
• ALWAYS place this product downwind and point the
engine exhaust away from occupied spaces.
If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using this
product, get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY. See a doctor.
You may have carbon monoxide poisoning.
Oil Recommendations
Engine Oil
We recommend the use of CJ-4 class engine oil or
superior class for best performance. Using poor quality
engine oil may shorten the life of the engine.
Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity
for the engine.
Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the outdoor
temperature range expected.
Note: When two ore more different brands of oil are
mixed, its performance can be deteriorated. When it
is expected to be used for a long period at light load
(less than 20% load), it’s better to replace the oil with
suitable oil.
Compressor Oil
Be sure to use the recommended compressor oil listed in
the table blow.
• Even continuous oil replenishment cannot improve
its deteriorated condition. Be sure to change the
oil completely at every scheduled interval.
Do not mix it with other brand oil, or it will cause
poor perfromance and shorten the life of the
compressor oil.
Running the unit with old and deteriorated
compressor oil will cause damage to bearings,
or serious accident like ignition in a separator
receiver tank. Be sure to change the oil
completely at every scheduled interval.
point away
from home
USE OUTDOORS - AVOID CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM(S)
Install carbon monoxide alarms inside your
home. Without working carbon monoxide
alarms, you will not realize you are getting
sick and dying from carbon monoxide
poisoning.
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Maker and Brand of Recommended Oil
Maker Brand
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MOBIL RARUS SHC 1024
TEXACO SYN-STAR DE32
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Checking / Adding Engine Oil
WARNING Be sure to check the unit
before operation. If any issue is found, be sure to
repair it before restarting the unit. Be sure to make
daily checks before operation. Operating the unit
without prior inspection could result in death or erious
injury, or unit damage.
NOTICE Unit should be on level before checking oil
level. When you check oil level after initial operation,
wait 10 to 20 minutes after stopping engine before
checking the oil level.
1. Place compressor on a flat, level surface.
2. Clean area around oil fill, remove oil level gauge
(A), and wipe it with a clean cloth.
3. Re-insert the oil level gauge fully and pull it out
again. The oil level should be between LOW and
HIGH (B).
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4. If the oil level is below LOW, add engine oil to the
oil filler port (C).
While checking oil level, check also for contamination.
If the oil is found dirty, contaminated or should it be
changed according to the periodic inspection list,
change the oil. See Maintenance.
Excessive engine oil supply could cause engine
output degradation. Therefore, never fill more than
the HIGH level.
Checking / Adding Compressor Oil
WARNING Refilling of compressor oil.
When refilling the separator receiver tank with
compressor oil, stop the engine, and make sure that
the pressure gauge indicates 0psi (0bar) and there is
no residual pressure in it, and then gradually loosen
the oil filler cap for refilling oil.
Should any residual pressure be left in the
separator receiver tank, hot compressed air and hot
compressor oil jetting out could cause burning or
serious injury to persons nearby.
1. Place compressor on a flat, level surface.
2. After checking and confirming that the residual
pressure in separator receiver tank is 0 psi (0 bar),
replenish the tank with compressor to between the
upper limit and lower limit of oil level gauge when
the machine is on. See Maintenance.
NOTICE Oil level drops when starting operation.
Supply of excessive oil can cause deterioration of oil
separation performance Never supply oil at a higher
level than the upper level of oil level gauge.
Checking Coolant Level
WARNING Taking off the radiator cap.
Be sure to stop the machine and allow time to
cool. Then loosen the radiator cap one notch. After
the coolant water is sufficiently cooled and the
inner pressure is released, take the cap off. If this
procedure is neglected, the inner pressure can blow
off the cap. Steam jetting out of the radiator could
result in serious burns.
NOTICE Continuing operation at low coolant levels
could result in damage to the radiator.
1. Check the coolant level (D) in the reserve tank. If it
is lower than the limit, open the cap and replenish
the coolant. Level must be kept above LOW mark.
2. If there is a little or no coolant in the reserve tank,
remove the radiator cap and check the coolant
level. Supply coolant to the radiator and also the
reserve tank, if necessary. See Maintenance.
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Checking / Adding Fuel
Fuel must meet these requirements:
Do not use such diesel fuel having higher sulfur
content above 0.0015%(15 ppm).
Use ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel only for diesel engine.
• Use such diesel fuel which conforms to either
standard EN590 or ASTM D975.
• Do not use kerosene. And never use fuel mixed with
kerosene.
Carbon residue content in fuel must be a low.
Follow the designated regulations to dispose of fuel.
NOTICE Fuel for DIESEL engines must have the
following specific characteristics:
It must be free from even minute dust particles in it.
(Do not use such diesel fuel which has been long
stored in a oil drum.)
It must have optimum viscosity.
It must have high cetane number.
It must have high fluidity even at low temperature.
Carbon residue content in fuel must be a low.
It must not contain zinc and NA (sodium).
NOTICE Before starting operation, make sure to
check the level of residual fuel so that fuel shortage
during operation can be avoided. Drain condensate
accumulated at the bottom of the fuel tank whenever
necessary.
WARNING Fire Prevention.
Do not allow lit cigarettes or matches near fuel.
Fuel is extremely flammable and dangerous. Handle
with extreme care.
Refuel only after stopping engine, and never leave
open fuel can near machine. Do not spill. it fuel is
spilled, wipe up completely.
Refilling fuel tank should be done outdoors or in a
well-ventilated location.
Do not fill fuel oil up to the cap level. When fuel
tank is filled to cap level, fuel oil will overflow due
to volume expansion caused by rise of ambient
temperature. Fuel may also spill due to machine
movement or transporting.
Draining the Fuel Tank
1. Open the drain valve (B) fitted under the fuel tank
(A). Drain the condensate from the tank.
2. When completely drained, firmly close the drain
valve.
3. Drain the condensate in container and dispose
of condensate according to the designated
regulations.
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Checking and Draining Pre-Filter for Condensate
1. When red float (A) under element (B) in Pre- filter
is raised up to upper level, drain water.
2. Turn fuel selector valve (C) to OFF position.
3. Loosen the drain valve (D) and drain out
condensed water inside.
NOTE: Make sure to tighten the drain valve
securely, after draining the condensate.
4. Drain the condensate in container and dispose of
condensate according to the local, state and/or
federal regulations.
Checklist Before Starting Engine
Review the unit’s assembly to ensure you have
performed all of the following.
1. Be sure to read Operator Safety and Operation
before operating the comprressor.
2. Make sure compressor is in place and secure.
3. Check that oil has been added to proper level.
4. Check wiring of each part for any loose
connections, damage to insulating sheathed
portion, disconnection, and short circuit.
5. Check piping of each part for any loose
connections, tears, and leaks.
6. Check each hose for tear and leaks.
7. Clean debris from interior of unit. Periodically
check the inside of the unit for debris. Any
flammables such as chips of wood, dead leaves,
and waste paper, especially near the muffler and
exhaust pipe, should be removed.
WARNING Operation with compressed
air supply port opened is prohibited.
Do not operate machine with service valves and
relief valve open unless air hoses and/or pipes are
connected. Unregulated, high-pressurized air could
result in serious injury.
When the machine has to be unavoidably
temporarily operated with its port open, be sure to
mount a silencer to reduce noise and wear personal
protective equipment (PPE) such as earplugs to
prevent hearing damage.
WARNING
Keep the door closed and locked while running the
unit.
When the door has to be opened, be careful not to
touch portions that are rotating or very hot. Careless
contact could result in serious injury.
Pull the handle forward to open the door.
Be sure to close the door tightly so that it latches
securely.
ON
A
OFF
C
B
D
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Starting the Compressor
NOTICE Be sure to let unit warm up after starting for
smooth operation of the engine and the compressor.
Do not operate the engine at full load immediately after
it starts up. This will shorten the equipment life.
During machine warm-up, inspect the equipment
for any loose parts, fluid leakage, and other
issues.
Make sure that monitor lamps are off.
To start compressor:
1. Make sure discharge air pressure gauge indicates
0 psi.
2. Fully close service valve.
3. Turn starter switch (A) to RUN position. The glow
lamp (B) will turn on.
4. When the glow lamp goes out, turn the starter
switch to START position.
Perform starter switch operation within 15
seconds.
Make sure to wait longer than 2 minutes before
starting next operation. Failure to wait the
designated time could cause the starter motor to
overheat, and could damage it.
If residual pressure is present in the separator
receiver tank, the residual pressure lamp (C) will
illuminate, and the starter will not rotate. Make
sure the residual pressure remains 0 psi (0 bar).
According to engine cooling water temperature,
the times in the table below are required.
5. Once engine starts, leave it running to warm up
for 5 minutes. The discharge air pressure gauge
(D) ranges from 44 to 102 psi (3 to 7 bar).
6. After warm-up is complete, open the service valve
at the outlet of compressed air, and start service
job.
DBA
C
Engine Coolant
Temperature
Required
Preheating
Time
Required Time for
Starting Unloader
Operation
Higher than 50°F 1 second 30 seconds
Lower than 50°F 20 seconds Shorter time either 120
seconds or the time
when engine coolant
temperature becomes
higher than 50°F.
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Engine Fails to Start
1. If the engine fails to start after performing starting
procedure, steps 1 - 4, do not keep the starter
running.
2. Set the starter switch to STOP, wait
approximately 2 minutes, then repeat the startup
procedure.
3. If the repeated startup procedure does not allow
the engine to run, check for the following causes:
No fuel
Clogged fuel filter
Discharge of battery or low cranking speed
Ambient temperature is too low
Starting the Compressor at Low Temperature
NOTICE When operating compressor under cold
weather conditions below 23°F (-5°C):
Use SAE10W-30 (CJ-4) for the engine oil.
When the unit is used in a cold region and
possible freezing is expected, it is recommended
to use LLC (Antifreeze) for the coolant.
Adjust mixing ratio of LLC (Antifreeze) with water
according to the temperature.
Use LLC (Antifreeze) within the range of its
mixing ratio between 35 and 60%.
If LLC (Antifreeze) in the water exceeds more
than 60%, it may decrease its antifreezing effect.
(Upon delivery from the works, LLC density is
55%).
Use LLC (anti-freeze) which conforms to one
of such standards: SAE JB13, SAE J1034 and
ASTEM D3306.
Battery should always be fully charged.
Follow the designated regulations to dispose of
LLC (Antifreeze).
When it is difficult to start engine in cold weather,
complete the following steps:
1. Fully close the service valves.
2. Start engine by following steps 1 - 6 in Starting
the Compressor.
CAUTION When operating the unit in
a low temperature, change engine oil, compressor
oil, LLC , and diesel fuel according to the ambient
temperature.
Gauge Indication While Operating Compressor
NOTICE Minimum discharge air pressure is 58 psi (4
bar) during operation. Continuing equipment operation
at a lower pressure than the above pressure may
cause overheating, since it affects the separation of
lubricating oil inside the oil separator and reduces
the oil flow to the compressor air-end, resulting in
temperature rise.
Make sure to check that gauges or each
component of the compressor are properly
working, or if there is any air-leak, oil-leak, water-
leak or fuel-leak etc.
During normal operation, each indication of
instruments is shown in the table below. Refer to
the table for daily checks.
Discharge
Pressure Gauge
In Operation
Full Load * 58 to 100 psi
(4 to 6.9 bar)
No Load
(Unload)
* 116 to 131 psi
( 8 to 9 bar)
At purge
control
(AUTO IDLE)
* 36 to 58 psi
( 2.5 to 4bar)
* Values may vary slightly depending on the operating conditions and
other factors.
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Capacity Control Device
Step Response
Start
Compressed air flows into unloader chamber (A) because solenoid valve for purge control
SV1 is opened at start-up. The pressure in chamber (A) rises soon to close unloader valve
(A) fully and accordingly it can reduce the load at start-up.
Load Operation
After starting, SV1 is closed after automatic unloaded operation, and the air volume
which is sent to chamber (A) increases and decreases according to the rise and drop
of the discharge air pressure and consequently the opening width of the unloader valve
is changed. Further, engine revolution (RPM) is changed by the pressure which PRS1
detects, and it steplessly controls the air volume in the range from 0 to 100%.
Suction Port
Closing Unload
Operation
When compressed air pressure exceeds the rated pressure with reduction of air
consumption, PRS1 detects the pressure and it reduces engine speed (rpm) in proportion
to the pressure rise, and it closes unloader valve at the same time. When compressor
air-end becomes vacuum during unload operation, vacuum noise is caused. To prevent
this noise, it opens vacuum relief valve by detection of secondary pressure of pressure
regulator. Thus high vacuum condition of compressor air-end is prevented.
Purge Control
Unload Opertion
When the certain set time (it can be changed.) has passed at lower pressure than the set
negative pressure, detecting the negative pressure inside the compressor air end with a
pressure sensor PRS2, solenoid valve SV1 opens and it closes unloader valve. At the same
time, it functions to relieve the compressed air from separator receiver tank to the atmosphere
and thus it lowers the pressure. Thus the compressor power is saved. When air consumption
increases, and the pressure used for load drops below the set pressure, pressure sensor
PRS3 detects it and it disengages the purge control (SV1 closes) to start full load operation.
Stop When stopping operation, it opens Auto relief valve to relieve the compressed air in
separator receiver tank to atmosphere, detecting the pressure inside compressor air-end.
A
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AUTO IDLE control (Purge Control)
This model is equipped with auto idle control operation
mode. This operation mode is recommended when
minimal continuous air consumption is required, and
when minimum power consumption under unloaded
operation is required.
To select auto idle control:
1. During operation, push and hold the auto idle
switch (A) until the auto idle indicator lamp (B)
goes on, then release switch.
2. Fully close service valve.
3. To stop this operation mode, push auto idle
switch until the lamp (B) goes out.
AB
Function of AUTO IDLE Control (Purge Control) Conditions of Auto Idle Lamp
First engine speed drops to the minimum speed
by pressure regulator, owing to reduction of air
consumption. Later the air consumption is reduced
further, the unloader valve gradually closes and
intake negative pressure increases. In this stage,
the pressure sensor detects the intake negative
pressure. Then when the intake negative pressure
becomes higher than the set pressure, the “AUTO
IDLE” lamp flickers at short intervals.
Lamp flickers at short intervals.
When this condition continues for a certain time,
the solenoid valve functions to start purge mode
operation. Consequently, the pressure inside
separator receiver tank drops and reduces the power
of compressor air end. In this stage, the lamp “AUTO
IDLE” flickers at longer intervals.
Lamp flickers at longer intervals.
Next, when the pressure for load down to the purge
releasing pressure owing to the increase of air
consumption, the solenoid valve operation gets
“OFF” and it is transferred to normal operation. In this
stage, the lamp “AUTO IDLE” goes on.
Lamp goes on.
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